Scholarships
Many scholarships programs are available to assist students in various fields of study. Scholarships are intended to assist students in funding the direct costs of their higher education. Full scholarship support at ETSU is defined as those scholarships, or combinations of scholarships, which provide the current costs of education including tuition and standard fees, a semi-private room in a residence hall and meal plan (i.e., the Resident Advantage Plan), and $1000 per semester for books and other incidental fees.
Full scholarship support does not necessarily cover all expenses incurred by a student attending ETSU. In keeping with the intent of scholarship support, ETSU reserves the right to limit internally funded scholarships to an amount that does not exceed these direct costs. Scholarships or loan amounts received from sources other than ETSU or the State of Tennessee shall not be limited nor included in assessment of the funds granted for full scholarship support.
- Unless otherwise stated, scholarships are not renewed automatically. Recipients are encouraged to read the information sent with the scholarship announcement or ask the program coordinator for renewal information.
- Unless otherwise stated, scholarships are awarded for fall and spring semesters and are not available for summer semesters.
- Unless otherwise stated, scholarships are only awarded to full-time students.
- Unless otherwise stated, the scholarship application deadline is .
Our office is available to assist students with any questions or concerns. Scholarship Office.
Category Two Scholarships
The Ben and Jeanne Greene Family Endowment
Preference for graduate students shall be given to students from Blount or Hawkins Counties, Tennessee. A graduate students, once selected to be a recipient, may continue to receive the award for two consecutive years of graduate work, providing the recipient continues in good standing with the School of Graduate Studies.
Edna Harrison Family Scholarship
Entering freshmen, undergraduate, and graduate students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrating good character and promise for future career or professional achievement.
Johnson City Lions Club Memorial Scholarship
For disabled students, primarily those with a vision or hearing disability, or a junior, senior, or graduate student preparing for a career working with the disabled. Recipient must have documented financial need.
J. C. Kensinger Memorial Scholarship
For residents of Hawkins County, TN who graduated from a high school in Hawkins County. For entering students or currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students. A GPA of 3.0 is required.
The Charles and Martha Montgomery Scholarship
The Charles and Martha Montgomery Scholarship Endowment is awarded to full-time undergraduate or graduate students with a 2.7 minimum GPA. Preference is given to students from Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, Western North Carolina, and Eastern Kentucky. Financial need is considered.
Nebraska Book Company Book Scholarship
For full-time or part-time, undergraduate or graduate students. Documented financial need is required.
Nontraditional Student Scholarship
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age or older. Applicants should be other than typical freshmen entering college directly from high school and be upgrading career skills on a part-time or full-time basis. Recipients must have documented financial need.
Category Three: General University Scholarships
James H. Quillen Scholarship
A scholarship established by the late Congressman James H. (“Jimmy”) Quillen to provide financial assistance to deserving undergraduate and graduate students. Preference will be given to applicants from the following counties in Tennessee: Carter, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Greene, Hamblen, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, Johnson, Knox, Sevier, Sullivan, Unicoi, and Washington. Students must have demonstrated financial need. Incoming freshmen applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and an ACT score of 19 or higher (or comparable SAT score). Graduate, transfer and currently enrolled students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must demonstrate achievement in one or more of these areas: scholastic endeavors, school and community leadership, volunteer services and activities, other extracurricular activities, or work experience. Recipients shall be known as “Quillen Scholars”.
Public Performance Scholarships for Out-of-State Students
For entering undergraduate and graduate students who are talented performers and who would represent ETSU well in its various performing venues. The scholarship is awarded in an amount equivalent to the out-of-state fee. Recipients are required to participate in public performances as determined by their particular performance area. These areas are: Art, Bluegrass, Broadcasting, Digital Media, Gospel Choir, Music, Theatre, and Storytelling. Information, including contact information, may be found at http://www.etsu.edu/admissions/public.asp
College of Arts and Sciences Scholarships
Biology
Marcia Davis Research Award: (Biological Sciences)
Awarded to graduate students with demonstrated promise in scientific research and for achievement following graduation. Written statement by applicant must describe the research and methods that will increase scientific knowledge to preserve the natural resources of Tennessee. Applications should be submitted to the Department of Biological Sciences.
William Harvey Fraley and Nina M. Fraley Memorial Award Endowment
Awarded to graduate students demonstrating promise in scientific research in the Department of Biological Sciences. Research must provide increased scientific knowledge in molecular, cellular, or organismal biology. Applications for this award should be submitted to the Department of Biological Sciences.
Denise I. Pav Scholarship
Awarded to students admitted to the Biological Sciences graduate program. Applicants must have earned at least a 3.4 GPA and have demonstrated academic excellence. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, Canadian citizens, or landed immigrants of either country. Contact the Department of Biological Science.
Chemistry
Boris Franzus Endowment
Awarded to undergraduate and graduate students excelling in chemistry. Apply to the Department of Chemistry.
Margeret Sells Chemistry Scholarship Endowment
For full-time graduate students in Chemistry. Must maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA. Apply to the Department of Chemistry.
Mass Communications
Mary Bomar Herrin Memorial Scholarship
Annual award recognizing superior scholarship of graduate and undergraduate Communications majors. Local residents with demonstrated financial need especially considered. Apply to the Department of English for selection by the Special Programs Committee.
Criminal Justice
Steven E. Buttolph Criminal Justice Scholarship
Awarded to a junior, senior or graduate student in criminal justice. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and documented financial need. Preference will be given to police officers continuing their education.
English
Mary Bomar Herrin Memorial Scholarship
Annual award recognizing superior scholarship of graduate and undergraduate English majors. Local residents with demonstrated financial need especially considered. Apply to the Department of English for selection by the Special Programs Committee.
History
Morton A. Brown Scholarship Endowment
In honor of Dr. Morton A. Brown. For a junior, senior, or graduate history major with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Apply to the Department of History.
Mathematics
Charles F. Wilkey Mathematics Scholarship Endowment
Awarded to students who are juniors and above who show dedication and devotion to the field of mathematics. Minimum 3.5 GPA’s should submit applications to the Chair of the Department of Mathematics.
College of Business and Technology Scholarships
Business
Glenn N. Barker Scholarship Endowment
For transfer students and continuing ETSU students with a declared business major and a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. Renewal may be possible through the student’s graduate program. Applications are available in the Office of Undergraduate Studies, 213 Sam Wilson Hall, and are due by March 1.
James H. Widener Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Undergraduate and graduate students interested in risk management/insurance after graduation. Applicants must be Tennessee residents with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to a member or dependent of the Johnson City Lions Club or other Lions Club in Tennessee. Applications are available in the Office of Undergraduate Studies, 213 Sam Wilson Hall, and are due by March 1.
Economics, Finance, Real Estate, Urban Studies
Gary Cooter & Mark Heaton Memorial Scholarship Fund
Awarded to graduate students majoring in the Master of City Management Program and demonstrating academic ability. Applications should be submitted to the Master of City Management Program by March 1.
Gary R. Johnson Scholarship
For undergraduate or graduate students in Urban and Regional Planning. Undergraduate applicants must have a GPA or 3.0 or higher; graduate student applicants must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Applications are available in the Office of Undergraduate Studies, 213 Sam Wilson Hall, and are due by March 1.
Russian-Eurasian Scholarship
For Russian-Eurasian students studying in the Department of Economics, Finance, and Urban Studies. Contact the Department for information.
Technology
James and Jane Hales Scholarship
Awarded to full time undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral students in the College of Applied Science and Technology. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must have documented financial need. Applications should be submitted by March 1 to Dr. James A. Hales, PO Box 70439.
Military Science
Army ROTC Financial Assistance Program
Two-year and three-year scholarships in the amount of tuition, fees, cost of textbooks, laboratory expenses, and classroom materials for sophomores, juniors or graduate students. Apply to the Department of Military Science (Brooks Gym Room 202) or call 439-5291. Application deadline is April 1.
Claudius G. Clemmer: College of Education Scholarships
Claudius G. and Katherine Earnest Clemmer Endowment
For rising juniors, seniors, or graduate students who are preparing for a career in teaching and who have earned a GPA of 2.8 or higher. Apply to the Dean’s Office, College of Education by March 1.
Joan Brandon Hull Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Undergraduate and graduate education majors with a minimum 2.8 GPA and documented financial need. First preference will be given to students from Greene County, Tennessee. Apply to the College of Education Scholarship Committee by March 1.
Mabel Clair Ligon Memorial Scholarship Fund
For undergraduate and graduate education students with the following standards:
- Demonstrated financial need.
- Minimum GPA 3.0 undergraduate, 3.5 graduate.
- Full-time rising junior, senior, or graduate student.
- Major: undergraduate - secondary or elementary teacher preparation program; graduate - counseling, school or clinical psychology. Apply to the Dean’s Office, College of Education by March 1.
College of Nursing Scholarships
Norma Paisley Barker Memorial Scholarship Endowment
In memory of a nursing alumna, Norma Barker ‘75, ‘80. For graduate students formally admitted into the Nursing Program. Apply to the College of Nursing Office of Student Services by May 1.
Betsy H. Brogan Scholarship Endowment
For full-time undergraduate and graduate students formally admitted into the Nursing Program. Apply to the College of Nursing Office of Student Services by May 1.
Mayme Frazier Scholarship Endowment
For premed or nursing undergraduate or medicine or nursing postgraduate students from the College of Nursing. Apply to the College of Nursing Office of Student Services by May1.
Graduate School Assistantships and Tuition Scholarships
Once admitted to a graduate program, students can apply for a graduate assistantship or tuition scholarship. Out-of-state tuition is waived for graduate students who hold assistantships, and all or part of in-state tuition may be waived, depending on the level of the award. Students who wish to be considered for a graduate assistantship or tuition scholarship should so indicate on the degree application for admission to Graduate School. When the application is forwarded to a department’s graduate program, the student’s qualifications for a graduate assistantship or tuition scholarship are evaluated. Students who wish to be considered for assistantships or scholarships outside their department should submit a letter of interest and current resume directly to the office that posts the vacancy.
The Graduate School posts these positions here.
Vacancies are posted here.
Here are some other awards that may not be included
In addition to Tuition Scholarships and Graduate Assistantships the Accountancy Department offers a Fred Cason Scholarship, and a Karl Sharp Scholarship. Students are also eligible to apply to for Appalachian Chapter of the Tennessee Society of CPAs, and Tennessee state Society of CPA Scholarships. (Accountancy)
The Physical Therapy department has the following:
Two 1/2 time G.A. positions per class
Two Tuition Scholarships per class
These positions are only given to students in the Physical Therapy program.
The William M. "Mac" Hensley Scholarship - given to a second year PT student in the spring semester. (Physical Therapy)
For information on other scholarships, please go to the Scholarship Office web site.
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